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Hazy IPA

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  • IPA
  • Beer
  • Beer • IPA
  • 3–8.5% ABV
  • medium body
  • medium-high bitterness

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  • ✓You enjoy hoppy, bitter beers with citrus or resinous character.

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  • ✗You prefer malty, soft or low-bitterness beers.

At a Glance

90–320Calories
3–8.5%ABV
medium-highBitterness
mediumBody

Nutrition values are style-level estimates. Actual values vary by producer and serving size. How we calculate this →

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What is Hazy IPA?

Hazy IPA category style used for WhatDrink frontend filtering and taxonomy matching.

Taste profile

medium-high bitternessmedium bodyCitrusTropical FruitHoppyIPA
Citrus(medium)Tropical Fruit(high)Hoppy(high)

Sensory profile

BodyLight – Full
BitternessMild – Intense
Hop characterSubtle – Prominent
Malt / roastPale – Roasty
StrengthSession – Strong
Beginner-friendlyAcquired taste – Easy intro
  • Style group: IPA
  • ABV range: 3–8.5%
  • medium body

What do these dimensions mean?

Body
medium
Sweetness
medium
Acidity
low
  • Citrus · medium intensity — Hazy IPA often has citrus hop character.
  • Tropical Fruit · high intensity — Hazy IPA commonly emphasizes tropical hop aromatics.
  • Hoppy · high intensity — Hazy IPA is hop-forward.

Based on structured style profile and canonical flavor relationships.

How it’s made

Method
Top-fermented ale using heavy late/dry hopping, often with oats or wheat for haze and softness.
Base materials
pale malt, oats or wheat, hops, ale yeast
Fermentation
Top fermentation
Ageing
Usually not aged; freshness is important.

Frequently asked questions

What is Hazy IPA?
Hazy IPA category style used for WhatDrink frontend filtering and taxonomy matching.
What does Hazy IPA taste like?
Hazy IPA is often described as Citrus, Tropical Fruit, Hoppy. Flavour intensity varies by region, producer and brewery.
What foods pair with Hazy IPA?
Hazy IPA pairs well with Burgers, Fried Chicken, Spicy Food, Tacos. Food pairing suggestions are based on complementary flavour profiles.
How strong is Hazy IPA?
Hazy IPA typically has an ABV of 3–8.5%. A standard serving contains approximately 90–320. Strength and calorie content vary by producer and batch.
When should I enjoy Hazy IPA?
Hazy IPA suits casual social occasions, food pairings and sessions where you want a flavourful but approachable beer. The style profile makes it versatile across a range of settings.
What beers are similar to Hazy IPA?
If you enjoy Hazy IPA, explore other beer styles with a similar bitterness and body rating using the sensory bars as a guide. Styles with a matching profile score will feel closest in character.
What are some popular examples of Hazy IPA?
Many breweries produce Hazy IPA across different regions. Seek out local craft examples for fresh flavour, or look for well-reviewed commercial options widely available in bottle shops and pubs.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?
Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Tannin/Bitterness (soft to grippy), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent), Boldness (delicate to bold) and Beginner-Friendly (acquired taste to easy intro). Each scale helps you compare beer styles at a glance.
How do I use the sensory profile to find beers I like?
If you like hoppy beers look for High Bitterness. For smooth, easy-drinking beers choose Soft Bitterness and Light Body. Use the Beginner-Friendly rating to find beers that match your experience level.

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Style information is approximate and can vary by producer, region and recipe.